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Like smoke from a shaman, Mawiza have risen as a guiding force for indigenous metal. The bandâs tribal bent on groove metal has won acclaim from the Chilean Grammys and respected elders like Mercyful Fate, Mastodon and Slipknot. Their third album, ÃL, means âchantâ. Opening ceremony âWingkawnoamâ stomps to an industrial groove, but Mawiza are guided by dreams of their native Wallmapu, which belongs to the Mapuche Nation. âFeymu fewla femayay ñi txepelelaetew / Therefore, now, whatever it takes will be done to awaken itâ, Awka growls in his native tongue over scraping riffs. While still ascending on the metal scene, the modern-day warriors of Mawiza draw strength from their roots. âMamüll Rekeâ towers with the unwavering strength of the AraucanÃan forest, grounded by a grungy bass line while soaring amidst bird-like flutes. The band have seen the Mapuche Nation through troubling times, yet ÃL honors their fierce resistance. For the albumâs climatic harp-strung defense âTi Inan Paw-pawkan", Gojira frontman Joe Duplantier joins members of the community in a final warning call. âKimpayaymi tami ekuwael / Here you will learn to respect every form of lifeâ. On ÃL, Mawiza summons ancestral spirit with modern groove metal.